3 Fundamental Moves for Mastering Longboard Dance

Longboard dancing transcends mere riding; it’s an elegant and captivating art on wheels, gaining immense popularity! If the entrancing allure of its movements has drawn you in but you're unsure where to start, you've found the perfect guide.

We've enlisted insights from our own pro team rider, the extraordinarily gifted Cassandre Lemoine, to provide you with an entry-level tutorial on three essential and popular longboard dance tricks. Watch the video to learn that embarking on this journey isn't as intimidating as it might appear – especially with these fundamental steps!

Selecting Your Initial Longboard Dance Companion

Before you can start your graceful journey, selecting the suitable board is crucial. For newcomers to longboard dancing, the decision usually boils down to these two choices: buying a complete dancer longboard or assembling a bespoke setup.

Complete dancer longboards are frequently recommended for beginners due to their ease of use. These boards are crafted particularly for dancing, often featuring a longer wheelbase for enhanced stability, a flexible deck for seamless carving and comfortable footwork, and typically arrive pre-assembled with components suited for dance. A complete setup eliminates the complexities of selecting separate parts, enabling you to jump in and start learning immediately.

The idea of crafting a custom longboard setup might be alluring as you advance, but it could be quite daunting initially. Understanding the impact of deck length, flex, trucks, wheels, and bearings on the board's dancing performance demands more comprehensive knowledge. However, as you grow in confidence and style, you may consider exploring custom setups to refine your experience.

Explore our range of longboards and feel free to reach out if you require any assistance; we're here to support you!